OPERATION
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WARNING: STAND TO ONE SIDE OF THE GRINDER AND SWITCH IT ON.
LET THE GRINDER OPERATE AT FULL SPEED FOR ONE MINUTE SO THAT
ANY UNDETECTED FLAWS OR CRACKS OF THE WHEEL WILL BECOME
APPARENT. MAKE SURE THAT THE BENCH GRINDER IS OPERATING
PROPERLY, WITH NO EXCESSIVE VIBRATION OR OTHER PROBLEMS.
WARNING: IF THERE IS ANY ABNORMALITY IN THE WAY THE BENCH
GRINDER OPERATES, TURN IT OFF IMMEDIATELY AND DO NOT USE IT
UNTIL THE PROBLEM IS FIXED OR THE GRINDER IS SERVICED.
WARNING: THE GRINDING WHEELS CONTINUE TO ROTATE AFTER THE
TOOL IS SWITCHED OFF. WAIT FOR THE WHEEL TO COME TO A COM-
PLETE STOP.
1. With the power cord unplugged, perform safety inspections:
• Make sure the work area is safe and clean.
• Make sure the wheel is in good condition.
• Make sure the guards are in place and in working order.
• Make sure the guards are set at the proper distance from the wheel.
• Make sure that the wheel will not contact any components of the bench grinder.
• Wear appropriate protective equipment. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions
of this manual.
2. Make sure the power switch is OFF.
3. Plug in the bench grinder.
4. Turn the power switch ON.
5. When the bench grinder has reached full speed, grinding may be started.
• Place the workpiece on the tool rest.
• Move the workpiece into contact with the grinding wheel. Refer to Grinding Tips.
• Note: If the workpiece becomes hot, dip it into water or oil to cool it.
6. To turn off the bench grinder, switch it OFF.
